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What was a major breakthrough in technology for early Paleolithic people?
What was a major breakthrough in technology for early Paleolithic people?
- Crafting needles from animal bones
- Using sharp-edged tools to cut up plants
- Making devices from a hard stone called flint (correct)
- Using sticks, stones, and tree branches as tools
What did Paleolithic people use scraping tools for?
What did Paleolithic people use scraping tools for?
- Cleaning animal hides (correct)
- Cutting up plants
- Digging roots
- Making shelters
Which tool made killing large animals easier for Paleolithic people?
Which tool made killing large animals easier for Paleolithic people?
- Needles from animal bones
- Bow
- Fish hooks
- Spear (correct)
What did Paleolithic humans NOT use needles made from animal bones for?
What did Paleolithic humans NOT use needles made from animal bones for?
What was the primary role of equity between Paleolithic men and women according to some scientists?
What was the primary role of equity between Paleolithic men and women according to some scientists?
What did Paleolithic humans learn to make nets and baskets from?
What did Paleolithic humans learn to make nets and baskets from?
What materials were used by people to construct shelters during the Paleolithic Age?
What materials were used by people to construct shelters during the Paleolithic Age?
What was the primary purpose of the first use of fire by humans in the Paleolithic Age?
What was the primary purpose of the first use of fire by humans in the Paleolithic Age?
How did early people create their paints for cave paintings?
How did early people create their paints for cave paintings?
What technological advancement characterized the Neolithic Period?
What technological advancement characterized the Neolithic Period?
How did the domestication of large animals impact Neolithic society?
How did the domestication of large animals impact Neolithic society?
What type of houses became possible due to the growth of agriculture during the Neolithic Age?
What type of houses became possible due to the growth of agriculture during the Neolithic Age?
Who created the first photograph?
Who created the first photograph?
What major impact did the creation of the telephone have on society?
What major impact did the creation of the telephone have on society?
Which invention was created by Thomas Edison in 1877?
Which invention was created by Thomas Edison in 1877?
Who are credited with creating the first airplane?
Who are credited with creating the first airplane?
What term is used to describe the era where human activity has been the dominant influence on climate and the environment?
What term is used to describe the era where human activity has been the dominant influence on climate and the environment?
Who popularized the term 'Anthropocene' in 2000?
Who popularized the term 'Anthropocene' in 2000?
What is the focus of epistemology?
What is the focus of epistemology?
Which branch of philosophy deals with the nature of reality?
Which branch of philosophy deals with the nature of reality?
What is ontology concerned with?
What is ontology concerned with?
Which type of reasoning is associated with epistemology?
Which type of reasoning is associated with epistemology?
Ethics falls under which category according to the text?
Ethics falls under which category according to the text?
What does axiology explore?
What does axiology explore?
What event is considered to have marked the beginning of the Anthropocene era?
What event is considered to have marked the beginning of the Anthropocene era?
What is one clear sign of the Anthropocene related to plastic use?
What is one clear sign of the Anthropocene related to plastic use?
How have human activities impacted the nitrogen cycle according to the text?
How have human activities impacted the nitrogen cycle according to the text?
Which activity is NOT listed as having widespread effects on sedimentary processes in the text?
Which activity is NOT listed as having widespread effects on sedimentary processes in the text?
What is the estimated annual production of phosphorus mentioned in the text?
What is the estimated annual production of phosphorus mentioned in the text?
What is a clear indicator of human activities according to the text?
What is a clear indicator of human activities according to the text?
Flashcards
Stone Tools in the Paleolithic Era
Stone Tools in the Paleolithic Era
The creation and use of tools fashioned from stone, marking a significant advancement in Paleolithic technology.
Scraping Tools in the Paleolithic Era
Scraping Tools in the Paleolithic Era
Tools designed for scraping, primarily used for tasks such as cleaning and preparing animal hides in the Paleolithic era.
Spearthrower in the Paleolithic Era
Spearthrower in the Paleolithic Era
A tool that enabled Paleolithic humans to throw spears with greater force and accuracy, making hunting larger animals more efficient.
Development of Agriculture in the Neolithic Period
Development of Agriculture in the Neolithic Period
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Domestication of Animals in the Neolithic Era
Domestication of Animals in the Neolithic Era
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Food Surpluses in the Neolithic Period
Food Surpluses in the Neolithic Period
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First Photograph
First Photograph
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Invention of the Telephone
Invention of the Telephone
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Invention of the Phonograph
Invention of the Phonograph
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First Airplane
First Airplane
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Anthropocene Era
Anthropocene Era
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Popularization of the Term "Anthropocene"
Popularization of the Term "Anthropocene"
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Beginning of the Anthropocene Era
Beginning of the Anthropocene Era
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Microplastics as an Anthropocene Indicator
Microplastics as an Anthropocene Indicator
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Human Impact on the Nitrogen Cycle
Human Impact on the Nitrogen Cycle
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Human Impact on Sedimentary Processes
Human Impact on Sedimentary Processes
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Estimated Annual Production of Phosphorus
Estimated Annual Production of Phosphorus
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Radioactive Isotopes as an Anthropocene Indicator
Radioactive Isotopes as an Anthropocene Indicator
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Study Notes
Paleolithic Era
- A major breakthrough in technology for early Paleolithic people was the creation of stone tools.
- Scraping tools were used for tasks such as cleaning and preparing animal hides.
- The spearthrower made killing large animals easier for Paleolithic people.
- Paleolithic humans did not use needles made from animal bones for sewing clothes.
- According to some scientists, equity between Paleolithic men and women played a primary role in their society.
- Paleolithic humans learned to make nets and baskets from plant fibers.
- People constructed shelters during the Paleolithic Age using materials such as animal hides, branches, and stones.
- The primary purpose of the first use of fire by humans in the Paleolithic Age was for cooking and warmth.
- Early people created their paints for cave paintings by mixing mineral pigments with animal fat or egg yolks.
Neolithic Period
- The technological advancement that characterized the Neolithic Period was the development of agriculture.
- The domestication of large animals impacted Neolithic society by allowing for the production of food surpluses.
- The growth of agriculture during the Neolithic Age made possible the construction of permanent houses.
Modern Era
- The creation of the first photograph is attributed to Joseph Nicéphore Niépce.
- The creation of the telephone had a major impact on society by enabling rapid communication over long distances.
- Thomas Edison invented the phonograph in 1877.
- The Wright brothers are credited with creating the first airplane.
Anthropocene Era
- The Anthropocene Era is the term used to describe the era where human activity has been the dominant influence on climate and the environment.
- Paul Crutzen popularized the term 'Anthropocene' in 2000.
- The Anthropocene era is considered to have begun with the Industrial Revolution.
- A clear sign of the Anthropocene related to plastic use is the presence of microplastics in the environment.
- Human activities have impacted the nitrogen cycle by doubling the natural rate of nitrogen fixation.
- Human activities have widespread effects on sedimentary processes, except for glacial erosion.
- The estimated annual production of phosphorus is 22 million tons.
- A clear indicator of human activities is the presence of radioactive isotopes in sedimentary records.
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